Experienced Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Opportunities at Multiple Campuses (Full Ti[...]

St. Luke's University Health Network - Nurse; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare network is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to join their Emergency Department. This role is crucial in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients in critical situations. With a commitment to excellence, you'll collaborate with a skilled team, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Opportunities for various shifts, including full-time and part-time roles, allow for flexibility in your work-life balance. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position is an excellent opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of Emergency Department nursing experience required.
• Current BLS certification is mandatory for all applicants.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care through assessment, planning, and documentation.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to maintain standards.

Skills

Emergency Department nursing

BLS certification

Patient assessment

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

Registered Nurse License (PA or NJ)

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience, and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization, which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for healthcare.

Nursing at St. Luke's

Nurses are pivotal in providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities. At St. Luke's, we are proud to be leaders in higher quality standards. Our philosophy and professional practice model reflect our commitment to safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. Nursing leaves a lasting impression on patients and families through these skills.

Core Values

At St. Luke’s, PCRAFT values—Pride, Caring, Respect, Accountability, Flexibility, and Teamwork—are the guiding principles of our healthcare team. Every team member strives to embody these values in every encounter, ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience for patients and staff alike.

Emergency Care Services

Our ERs are SAFE and provide immediate, life-saving medical care, including award-winning stroke and heart attack treatment. With 7 accredited trauma centers, our emergency rooms treat thousands of patients annually, operating 24/7. Our staff offers expertise for various critical conditions, ensuring the community always receives the highest level of emergency care. Our network facilitates information sharing among hospitals and physician practices to optimize patient outcomes.

Campuses

• Allentown Campus
• Anderson Campus, Easton, Level 2 Trauma Center
• Bethlehem Campus, Level 1 Trauma Center
• Carbon Campus, Lehighton, Level 4 Trauma Center
• Easton Campus
• Geisinger St. Luke’s Campus, Orwigsburg, Level 4 Trauma Center
• Miners Campus, Coaldale, Level 4 Trauma Center
• Monroe Campus, Stroudsburg, Level 4 Trauma Center
• Sacred Heart Campus, Allentown
• Upper Bucks Campus, Quakertown, Level 4 Trauma Center
• Warren Campus, Phillipsburg NJ

Shift Details

Positions may be available on various shifts, including weekend and per diem options. Full-time roles are 36 or 40 hours per week; part-time roles are less than 36 hours. Holiday and weekend requirements vary by unit and policy. Per diem positions require a minimum of 2 shifts per month. Candidates must complete initial classroom orientation followed by unit orientation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, coordination, evaluation, and documentation.
• Collaborate with ancillary, nursing, and other patient-care team members to maintain professional standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and proper release of information.
• Demonstrate and model the Network’s Service Excellence Standards in interactions with all customers.
• Adhere to attendance and dress code policies.
• Assess, treat, and communicate appropriately based on patient age and developmental stage.

Training and Experience

Minimum of one year of Emergency Department nursing experience is required. An individualized orientation program is provided. Maintain current BLS certification. Nurses with less than 1 year of experience are encouraged to visit our internship page here.

Education

Must be a Registered Nurse with a current license to practice in Pennsylvania or New Jersey (Warren Campus).

Physical and Sensory Requirements

Must be able to sit (up to 2 hours), stand (up to 10 hours), walk (6 hours), and lift objects up to 75 lbs. Transport patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed, or stretcher. Must have normal hearing, vision, touch perception, and the ability to perceive attributes of objects.

Application Instructions

Please complete your application with your full legal name and current address. Include employment history for the past seven years and upload a current resume. It is recommended to create a profile after submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.